encryption

Analysing the Adobe hack and poor password security

Just over a month ago, Adobe announced that they had been the victim of a sophisticated cyber attack. With the company's source code and customer information stolen, it was a serious breach that could have tremendous implications. I'm going to...

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encryption

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) - The guardians of your online privacy

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows you to connect devices or networks together with a reliable and secure connection. Most frequently used in corporate environments to link offices in different geographic locations, a VPN allows the sharing of resources efficiently and securely. Their recent...

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anonymity

Tor - Anonymity online using onion routing

Tor was originally developed for the U.S. Navy to keep government communications secure. Since it's inception it has grown to be used by the military, law enforcement, journalists, activists and every day users looking to be anonymous online. The Tor Project...

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Why password reminders are a bad thing.

I recently installed the Subway app on my phone and realised I didn't know my password. Having pressed the forgotten password link and submitting my email address I was horrified to find my password had been emailed to me! The implications here...

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Analysing the Adobe hack and poor password security

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) - The guardians of your online privacy

Tor - Anonymity online using onion routing

Why password reminders are a bad thing.

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